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Sopa Images | Lightrocket | Getty Images Shares of Gilead fell more than 9% on Monday after a key drug from the company did not significantly extend the lives of patients with a certain lung cancer in a late-stage trial. The results are a blow to Gilead, which is working to become a power player … Read more
LONDON (AP) — U.K. health officials on Monday urged millions of parents to book their children for missed measles, mumps and rubella shots during a sharp increase in the number of measles cases and the lowest vaccination rates in a decade. The National Health Service is launching a publicity campaign after figures showed there were … Read more
New research by the Alzheimer Society shows Indigenous communities should brace for a whopping 273% increase in dementia cases by 2050, substantially higher than the potential 187% increase forecast for the overall population in Canada. Dementia is a broad term for symptoms caused by progressive loss of brain function. It can impair judgment and memory, … Read more
The duchess, Sarah Ferguson, shared her “shock” at being diagnosed with malignant melanoma in an Instagram post. Despite the news she said she is in “good spirits”. The melanoma was discovered during the removal of a cancerous mole during treatment for breast cancer, as she had several moles removed and analysed while having reconstructive surgery. … Read more
WASHINGTON — Vice President Kamala Harris is taking center stage in the Democrats’ renewed push for abortion rights during this year’s election and she will mark the 51st anniversary of the Roe v. Wade ruling on Monday in Wisconsin. It will be the first in a series of events hosted by Harris, and it comes … Read more
Antlara Dental Clinic is popular for its excellent dental services in Antalya. The clinic, nestled in the city of Antalya in Turkey, is making waves with its commitment to quality, experience, and trust in the ever-growing cosmetic dentistry industry. Antlara Dental Clinic addresses concerns such as yellowing, chipped, or uneven teeth, the clinic offers a … Read more
Among the many strange things I noticed about my now-husband when we first moved in together was his habit of showering in the morning. Still drowsy with sleep, he’d stumble out of bed and into the bathroom with his eyes still closed but hop out of the shower with a sense of purpose: He was … Read more
Dr Michael Mosley has revealed the five best ways to tackle a serious health problem which can pave the way to an array of problems – inflammation. The doctor warned that inflammation can trigger many serious chronic conditions including heart disease, strokes, diabetes, dementia and pain in the body. The health guru explained that inflammation … Read more
More internationally-educated health workers are being introduced across Alberta to help fill the gaps in the current health care system. This comes after the federal government announced $86 million in funding for health professional accreditation and to address shortages. This past year, Edmonton’s NorQuest College received similar funding from the provincial government for its internationally … Read more
Alzheimer’s is the most common cause of dementia in the UK. It is progressive and the symptoms usually develop over many years. Spotting the early signs of dementia can be difficult too, because many overlap with common mental health struggles. So it could be hard to know how much to worry if you think someone … Read more
